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R811 PHC

1998 Volvo S70

Black Petrol 2435cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

128,628 mi
Last recorded128,628 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Volvo S70112,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR811 PHC
MakeVolvo
ModelS70
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,435cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2018 128,628 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front. (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 126,363 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 123,175 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 120,012 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 115,684 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 115,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 110,184 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 110,184 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 105,622 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 99,790 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 99,785 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 95,705 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

offside front tyre cut in side wall

Pass 27 Oct 2009 90,525 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 84,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 75,095 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 68,298 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 68,298 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

How Reliable is the Volvo S70?

Based on 77,770 MOT tests across 7,179 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
7,179
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,223
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,207
position lamp(s) not working 2,216
Direction indicator incorrect colour 2,212
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,143
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R811 PHC is a 1998 Volvo S70 in Black with a 2,435cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Volvo S70 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 112,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S70 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 3,223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R811 PHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S70 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Volvo S70 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R811 PHC registered?

R811 PHC is a 1998 Volvo S70, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R811 PHC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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